Joe Puga Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on Lotus Avenue [El Centro, CA]
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Joe Puga Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash on Lotus Avenue [El Centro, CA]
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EL CENTRO, CA (May 19, 2022) – A hit-and-run on Lotus Avenue claimed the life of 89-year-old Joe Puga Monday evening.
According to reports, the crash happened around 7:10 p.m. Officers say a gray Nissan SUV struck Puga and continued driving north on Lotus Avenue.
Eventually, medical responders arrived at the scene and transported Puga to El Centro Regional Medical Center where he later succumbed to his injuries.
On Tuesday, authorities managed to locate the suspect’s vehicle in a rural area of the county.
Officers later arrested and booked the hit-and-run driver, 25-year-old Joey Keck of El Centro to Imperial County Jail.
Authorities have not released any further information at this time. Once available, further details will be provided.
During this devastating time, our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Joe Puga.
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